Lucas led Lily to a small, cluttered antique shop on the outskirts of town. The sign above the door read "Curios and Relics." Inside, they met the owner, an eccentric old man named Professor Ellis.
Professor Ellis examined the box, his eyes widening in surprise. "This is an ancient symbol," he said. "It signifies protection, but also warning."
Lily's heart skipped a beat. "What kind of warning?" she asked.
Professor Ellis leaned in, his voice low. "The box is protecting you from something, but it's also warning you of an impending danger."